THE Department of Justice (DOJ) remains optimistic that the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of San Fernando, La Union would reconsider its decision dismissing the drug charges filed against Julian Ongpin. “Prosecutors are always optimistic. However, we leave it to the sound discretion of the court,” Prosecutor General Benedicto Malcontento said. The prosecutors…
'Rest assured that we will cooperate with DOJ, should there be additional queries and requests for documents,' Philippine National Police chief General Dionardo Carlos says
JULIAN Roberto S. Ongpin, the son of billionaire-businessman Roberto V. Ongpin, has asked the Regional Trial Court of San Fernando, La Union, to suspend proceedings, including the possible issuance of an arrest warrant, in connection with the drug charges filed against him by the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a…
Julian Roberto Ongpin, son of billionaire and former trade minister Roberto Ongpin, was officially charged before the Regional Trial Court (RTC) in San Fernando, La Union for possession of illegal drugs (cocaine). This developed as Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra urged Ongpin to cooperate in the court proceedings where he can present all his evidence…
A PANEL of prosecutors formed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) has indicted Julian Roberto Ongpin, son of billionaire and former trade chief Roberto Ongpin, for possession of illegal drugs (cocaine). A criminal complaint for violation of Section 11 of Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 will…